NBC Sports Launches Interactive Kentucky Derby Tour
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NBC Sports and the Kentucky Derby (G1) have launched an interactive tour highlighting the activities and pageantry associated with the first American classic to inspire fans to host their own parties ahead of the 149th Kentucky Derby being run Saturday, May 6.
In partnership with Woodford Reserve, vineyard vines, and TwinSpires.com, fans will be able to experience the special drinks, traditional fashion, and wagering that are synonymous with the Kentucky Derby, including: mint juleps and mocktails courtesy of Woodford Reserve; vineyard vines fashion, which is back for its 13th year as the Official Style of the Kentucky Derby, and is offering a new Derby Collection with giveaways and will allow fans to don a fascinator at the trailer's rose replica photo op; and, teach fans more about the contenders and betting options for this year's race with TwinSpires.com and take photos at the trailer's custom Churchill Downs photo op.
The interactive tour will make stops in five cities following the April 25 kickoff appearance in Dallas, Texas:
- Nashville, Tenn., April 26-27
- Cincinnati, April 29
- Baltimore, May 2
- New York, May 4
- Louisville, Ky., Derby Day, May 6
All fans that visit the experience can enter for the chance to win the "Ultimate Kentucky Derby Watch Party at Home" and learn more about hosting their own Kentucky Derby party at kentuckyderby.com/party
NBC Sports' coverage of the Kentucky Derby will begin at noon ET on NBC and Peacock.